Monthslong, Multi-Agency Probe Leads To Crack, Gun Arrest: NYSP

OSSINING, NY — An Ossining man was arrested for narcotics and weapons possession after a coordinated sting, according to police.

New York State Police say that a 29-year-old Ossining man was arrested after an investigation led by the Village of Ossining Police Department, in collaboration with New York State Police Troop K and Troop F Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Teams (VGNET). The monthslong investigation focused on activities related to narcotics distribution in the area.

On May 22, law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant at a home on James Street, in the Village of Ossining. During the search, officers found a Jennings Firearms 9mm pistol and a quantity of suspected crack cocaine iinside the home.

Djion Bentley was charged with felony third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, felony third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and felony second-degree criminal possession of a weapon.

State police say the investigation is ongoing. They also thanked the Village of Ossining Police Department, the Peekskill Police Department, and the FBI Westchester County Safe Streets Task Force.

"This case is another remarkable example of police work at its finest, leading to a safer community for all," the Ossining Police Department said in a statement on social media.